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CAREFREE, AZ 85377

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Maricopa County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
99
⇧ 37.5% vs 72 last year
Pending
12
12% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,459,450
⇧ 7.1% vs $1,362,500 last year
Average Price
$1,806,593
⇩ 9.9% vs $2,005,027 last year
Days on Market
85
⇧ 4.9% vs 81 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,575  ·  Density: 160.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $122,155

Typical home value: $1,012,550  ·  Homeownership: 87.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CAREFREE, AZ real estate market (85377) currently shows 99 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 85 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.1% year-over-year, from $1,362,500 to $1,459,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 99 this year vs 72 last year
  • Days on market: 85 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,459,450 (+7.1% YoY)
  • Average: $1,806,593 (-9.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.3 miles — 1,894 listings ($1,723,980,207 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
85377Carefree, AZ 853770.0 mi99$178,852,707$1,459,450$1,806,593
85331Cave Creek, AZ 853314.6 mi286$427,709,568$1,150,000$1,495,488
85085Phoenix, AZ 8508510.3 mi168$128,703,456$699,900$766,092
85050Phoenix, AZ 8505010.6 mi123$104,387,394$648,750$848,678
85024Phoenix, AZ 8502411.9 mi121$65,370,613$494,995$540,253
85032Phoenix, AZ 8503214.6 mi215$99,913,940$411,998$464,716
85027Phoenix, AZ 8502714.8 mi103$34,772,903$302,000$337,601
85087New River, AZ 8508715.2 mi72$67,168,224$749,999$932,892
85022Phoenix, AZ 8502215.7 mi149$78,591,838$440,000$527,462
85023Phoenix, AZ 8502316.8 mi75$35,376,300$425,000$471,684
85263Rio Verde, AZ 8526317.5 mi180$188,652,780$895,000$1,048,071
85258Scottsdale, AZ 8525818.0 mi234$286,861,302$984,000$1,225,903
85053Phoenix, AZ 8505318.3 mi69$27,619,182$399,000$400,278

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAREFREE, AZ 85377?

As of January 2026, there are 99 active listings in CAREFREE, AZ (zip code 85377), compared to 72 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAREFREE, AZ 85377?

The median listing price in CAREFREE, AZ 85377 is $1,459,450 as of January 2026, a 7.1% increase from $1,362,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CAREFREE, AZ?

Homes in CAREFREE, AZ 85377 spend an average of 85 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAREFREE, AZ 85377?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CAREFREE, AZ 85377 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 85 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CAREFREE, AZ?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAREFREE, AZ 85377 save an estimated $29,189 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,459,450. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.